El Paso Locomotive FC is hitting the road again, and this time, they're taking their unbeaten away streak with them. Just two days after a gritty 2-2 draw against rival New Mexico United in Albuquerque, the Locos are gearing up for another pivotal USL Championship clash—this time against Oakland Roots SC on Saturday night at Laney College Football Stadium.
That midweek draw wasn't just a morale booster; it snapped a two-match losing streak in league play and gave El Paso some much-needed momentum. While a win would have been sweeter, the result showed resilience and kept the team in good spirits as they push through a busy week.
Saturday's match marks El Paso's fifth away game in their first nine league outings—a grueling stretch that tests any squad's depth and stamina. But the Locos have turned road trips into a strength: they're unbeaten away from home so far, boasting three wins and a draw. That's the kind of form that travels well.
Oakland Roots SC, however, won't be an easy opponent. They're riding their own wave of confidence, unbeaten in their last four league matches. Expect a tightly contested battle between two sides finding their groove early in the season.
Kickoff is set for 8 p.m., and fans can catch all the action streaming live on ESPN+. Whether you're gearing up for game day in your favorite Locos gear or just tuning in from home, this one promises to be a showdown worth watching.
